Job Description

Ref. JB1338074

Research Executive, Client Service CR - ICON
The Nielsen Company

Job Summary:

Prepare methodologies, questionnaires, write and discuss proposals in compliance with client needs
Prepare budgets for each project in conjunction with the field manager and instruct the finance department regarding invoicing
Prepare fieldwork instructions and sample structures for each project in conjunction with field manager
Manage the day to day relationships with regional team members and ensure that all projects are completed on time to the required standard, and high client satisfaction is maintained
Prepare coding and punching instructions and tabulation specifications for data analysts
Check and approve final tables, prepare written report as required
Send weekly project updates to coordination centre

Skills

Typical Position Pre-requisites:

University degree in Marketing, Economics or related field is a must, preferred Postgraduate or MBA
Fresh graduate or 1 year of experience in Market Research
Strong analytical mind
Excellent numerical skills
Good organisational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and local language desirable
Excellent presentation skills
Business acumen, and good knowledge of the market dynamics
Computer literate

Company Profile

The Nielsen Company is a global information and media company with leading market positions in marketing information, television and other media measurement. The privately held company is active in more than 100 countries, with headquarters in New York, USA. The Nielsen Company provides measurement and analysis of marketplace dynamics and consumer attitudes and behavior. Clients rely on Nielsen’s market research, proprietary products, analytical tools and professional service to understand competitive performance, to uncover new opportunities and to raise the profitability of their marketing and sales campaigns. The Nielsen Company provides two major services for its Manufacturer and Retailer clients in the Region - Retail Measurement and Consumer Research.

The Nielsen Company has a strong presence in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan (MENAP) region with diversified business in FMCG, Telecom, Automobiles, Finance, Tourism and Government departments. We have more than 1300 employees working in 29 offices in 13 countries across the region. Our MENAP regional head office is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirate. For more about The Nielsen Company please visit www.nielsen.com